Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Amsterdam to London. While the right side wins at takeoff for Amsterdam views, the left side delivers the more dramatic payoff on landing into LCY with the Thames, O2, and Canary Wharf on a steep visual approach. During the cruise the route crosses the North Sea so neither side has much to offer, making the landing the decisive factor.

During takeoff from Schiphol (AMS), sit on the Right side for the best views. Schiphol typically departs westward on runway 18R/36L or uses the Polderbaan (18R) heading northwest, then turns southwest toward London. A right-side seat captures Amsterdam city center, the IJ waterway, and the distinctive patchwork of Dutch polders and canals as you climb out. The flat Dutch landscape means visibility is excellent with no obstructions. Notable sights include: Amsterdam city center and canal ring, IJ waterway and Amsterdam harbour, Dutch polder grid patterns and windmills near Haarlem, Westpoort industrial port area.

When landing at City (LCY), sit on the Left side for the best views. London City Airport sits in the Royal Docks in east London and approaches from the east over the Thames Estuary on runway 27. A left-side seat on approach gives you the Thames winding through east London, Canary Wharf towers, and the O2 Arena dome clearly visible below. The approach is famously steep at 5.5 degrees, so views come up fast and close. Notable sights include: Canary Wharf skyscraper cluster, O2 Arena dome at Greenwich Peninsula, Thames Estuary and river bends, Royal Docks and ExCeL area directly below on touchdown.

The flight from Schiphol (AMS) to City (LCY) takes Approximately 55 to 70 minutes.

The flight crosses the southern North Sea for most of its duration, passing over the Thames Estuary on descent. The Dutch coast near Hoek van Holland is visible shortly after departure, followed by open sea. On the British side, the Kent or Essex coastline comes into view before the Thames Estuary opens up on approach to LCY.